As I have shared earlier, Jason has improved further on his Nazgul model and brought us Nazgul 8.1! But I would hardly call this an improvement… it is actually an entirely new design! The diagram of folding Nazgul 8.1 is published in the Origami Tanteidan Magazine issue #129.
In Nazgul 7.3, the model is folded with the head-tail of the horse in the diagonal direction of the square paper, whereas in Nazgul 8.1, the model is folded with the head-tail of the horse in the orthogonal direction of the square paper, yet still leave a generous amount of paper to fold and shape the head and tail, even though the edge is shorter than the diagonal.
Comparison of CP for Nazgul 7.3 and Nazgul 8.1
I have used a 62cm black square paper crumpled paper to fold this model, but would recommend you to use a stiffer paper. Crumpled paper is very thin and flexible, and can take repeat folding and unfolding . Pretty good for test folding, as well as for flat and low model (such as the shore crab). The paper become too weak to support the weight of a model which is standing up, like this Nazgul 8.1 model. Therefore I have to put in some re-enforcement to support the model for the photo shoot.
As usual, the first 41 steps is the folding and collapsing of the paper to form right half the base…
Half folded base of the Nazgul 8.1
Then you have to repeat the same 41 steps to obtain the full base…
Full base of the Nazgul 8.1
The next 13 steps is rather uninteresting as it basically do the pre-fold of the horse head. Steps 55 breaks the monotonous flat model into upright model and you can roughly sees the shape of the hands of the Nazgul. When you folded until steps 82, you would have exhausted all the well guided steps because what come after all depends on individual artistic judgement.
Half done Nazgul 8.1 model
My first attempt to form the model is a really bad experience. I only manage to get the rider shaped out proportionally but really hated the shape of the head of the horse.
First shaping attempt on the Nazgul 8.1 model
Therefore I unfolded and reshaped the head of the horse again…. and again…. and again…. total 6 times!! (Thank goodness the crumpled paper didn’t tear… it just become more crumpled! :D) And finally I got something that is at least presentable….
Nazgul 8.1 – designed by Jason Ku
Close up on the head of the horse
Another view from the right rear angle
The Nazgul 8.1 model is indeed a much elegant design as compared to the earlier version. The pleated folds on the head of the horse gives it an armor claded looks. The tail is also much bigger and nicer.
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Hi there! Amazing folds! I’ve been trying to fold this model for some time but I can’t find the right paper and I find the later steps become difficult as the paper gets too thick, what paper would you recommend? Thanks so much!
Dear Claire, I have used crumpled paper for this model. This is paper normally used for flower making. It can be found in normal art&craft stores. It is tough and can be re-folded multiple times without tearing. But it’s short coming is that the paper tends to stretched. As it is thin, it is also very difficult to stand the model upright. It would be good for models which is low lying, eg: a crab. I have to put in some wire frame in order to prop the model up for photo taking. I would recommend to use a Kraft paper for this model, but do get a larger one.
where can i find diagrams?
Hi lordlegotube,
The official diagram can be found in .
If you google around, there would be many alternative source in the internet for download.
Hi!
This looks really cool and I want to give it a shot, but I’m a newbie at origami and I can’t seem to find the step by step instructions on how to do this. Am I supposed to somehow decypher this diagram? https://singaporecraft.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/cp-compare.jpg
If so, how? Does this kind of diagrams have a name?
Thanks!
Dear Steven,
CP means ‘Creased Pattern’, which are formed by the folded lines, after you open up a completely folded model.
I would not recommend for a newbie to start complex origami with CP as it would ‘kill’ the interest in no time. Try out some dinosaur or insect model first to appreciate how the intricate details can created with just one uncut square paper. Then you can move on to human form. Along the way, you will definitely encounter folding and unfolding, and you will slowly learn how to recognized and read the CP.
Why not try this out and fold the Anlylosaurus (by Ronald Koh). You will be satisfied with the end result.
With enough practice and experience, you can start to fold from vast amount of CP diagram available in the internet.
Happy folding.